Painting an Italian Sunrise in Eataly

Torino, sunrise

Dear Friends,

I hope you have been enjoying the tranquility and warmth of long summer days or, if you are in the southern hemisphere, the cool crisp air of winter bliss.

It brings me great joy to write to you, albeit after a bit of time.

I am writing to you, first with pencil and paper, within my Italian leather journal adorned with the Tree of Life, while enjoying the comforting taste and aroma of ginger citrus tea. The day’s end is near, yet this moment is precious, as I have been looking forward to being here.

Life has been filled with delightful openings and “surprises” for the past several months. None of which I planned, but all of which I feel came into my life at just the right time. Isn’t it ironic....we arrive at where we most need to be quicker, the more we embrace a slower pace to life.

As for my creative world, I am over the enchanted moonlit sky to share the news of a special event that I have been planning for some time. I will be an Artist in Residence at Eataly Downtown, in NYC to do a live painting of the Turin sunrise; the city that is the birthplace of Eataly. This event is part of Eataly’s La Pizza & La Pasta A Colori, and the stunning art installation created in collaboration with Color Factory. I'll also have a selection of my Italy inspired art available for purchase.

A sunrise is about hope, beauty, wonder, color, and looking towards the brightness of what is ahead. It’s an invitation to a moment of reflection, that nature bestows upon us, as a message to trust what comes next. And it is given to us each and every day.

It’s a sign within this vast universe, waiting for us to notice. And all it takes, is walking outside and looking up. And there, in that moment we become aware and marvel at and remember this beautiful gift of a new day; a new beginning arriving each and every day, rhythmically, beautifully.

And yet each sunrise is different. In each moment we witness subtle shifts and changes, reminding us of the infinite possibilities that we are gifted with.

And so I am thrilled to be painting the gorgeous colors of a beautiful Italian sunrise, in place that celebrates a country that feels like home. I’ve also been interested in doing live painting events, and am grateful that this will be my first. If you are in NYC, I do hope that you will visit, as I would love to meet you there:

Saturday, August 21st, 1pm at:

Eataly NYC Downtown
4 World Trade Center
101 Liberty Street
New York, NY 10006

I will look forward to sharing more glimpses into my creative world in my next letter to you. Until then, I wish you joy, happiness, and beauty in blissful abundance. And perhaps I will be meeting you soon, if you're in NYC this weeekend..... :~)

With my Warmest Regards,

xx ~ Sophia